Janitorial Agent - MDW Airport - Chicago, IL

This hiring establishment is a reputable company operating within an airport environment, specializing in facility maintenance and cleaning services. Dedicated to maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming atmosphere for travelers and employees alike, this company prides itself on its rigorous standards and efficient service delivery. As part of the aviation industry's operational backbone, the company operates in a dynamic and fast-paced setting, ensuring that all assigned areas meet the strict cleanliness and safety regulations expected at an airport. The current opportunity offered is for a Cleaning Maintenance Worker role, an essential position responsible for upholding high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the facility. This full-time position requires an individual who is physically fit, dependable, and detail-oriented, capable of performing a variety of custodial duties, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, scrubbing floors, cleaning windows and restrooms, dusting, and managing trash disposal with efficiency and care. The role also involves preparing cleaning solutions safely, handling and operating power cleaning equipment, maintaining inventory of cleaning supplies, and loading or unloading cleaning materials as needed. Working as a Cleaning Maintenance Worker in this environment involves tasks requiring physical stamina, as there is frequent lifting, bending, and moving of equipment and supplies, sometimes weighing up to 70 pounds. Candidates must be comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions, including rain, sleet, snow, and high temperatures, as the job responsibilities may include external areas such as jet way stairs. Safety is paramount, with requirements for completion of specialized training programs, including ramp and Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) training, to comply with airport security protocols. Aside from physically demanding tasks, the role demands attention to detail and adherence to chemical handling specifications when mixing cleaning agents. Applicants must be prepared to work in high or cramped spaces and maintain a regular schedule that may involve extended periods of physical activity. The company supports its employees with robust benefits, competitive compensation, and an inclusive work culture that values safety, teamwork, and professional development. This position not only offers a fulfilling opportunity to contribute to a vital part of airport operations but also supplements its value with comprehensive benefits such as flight privileges, medical and dental insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan contributions. The employer seeks candidates who are committed, local residents authorized to work in the U.S., and willing to engage in ongoing training and compliance activities necessary for maintaining operational integrity at the airport.

• Must be a local (in-state) resident
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen
• Ability to pass up to a 10-year background check
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
• Must complete ramp and SIDA training to obtain airport authority identification security
• Must be able to lift/carry/push/pull and move items of 70 pounds and/or more on a regular basis and repetitively lift weights of 40 to 50 pounds on raised surfaces
• Must be able to walk, climb, bend, kneel, crawl, and stoop on a frequent basis and for extended periods
• Must be able to work in cramped or high places
• Must be able to carry heavy items up and down jet way stairs
• Must be able to work in the elements including but not limited to rain, sleet, snow, high temperatures